Environmental Scientist
Greenman-Pedersen Inc

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GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. M/F/D/V

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Job Description

Do you have a strong interest in improving people's quality of life? Are you looking to advance your career by joining a team that strives to provide communities with sustainable transportation solutions? Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction and diversity at the forefront of who they are? If so,GPIwants you!

GPIis seeking an environmental scientist/analyst with 0 to 5 years of experience for our growing transportation group in our Scott Depot, WV,office. The qualified candidate will assist with the environmental review and permitting process for various transportation improvement projects in West Virginia.We seek individuals ready to work collectively with a multi-discipline team of engineers in a dynamic office environment on interesting and challenging projects. Projects involve varying types of roadway, bridge, intersection, and trail designs with a focus on 'complete streets' style projects for State and Municipal clients. GPI understands our significant responsibility to provide safe, unique, and context-sensitive transportation solutions to the many communities and clients we serve. GPI offers flexible work schedules that can split time between working in the office and from home. This position provides an exceptional opportunity for career growth as the selected candidate will be exposed to a wide range of projects. Compensation is commensurate with skills and experience.

GPIis a multi-discipline engineering firm that has been providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 55 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture that is committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit:www.gpinet.com

GPI'ssuccess is built around its seven strategic objectives which starts with employee satisfaction. This is evident by the longevity of our employee retention and the family culture which is felt within our organization. As an employee-owned company, we work together as a team with a common goal to succeed.

Responsibilities:

• Support the design team by identifying potential environmental impacts and required permits
• Perform site visits to assess and document existing conditions
• Review historic and cultural resources within or adjacent to proposed projects
• Prepare permit documents to be filed under various local, state, and federal regulations
• Create environmental plans to accompany permitting documents
• Quantify impacts to wetlands and other environmentally sensitive areas
• Identify appropriate locations and methods for stormwater management and impact mitigation
• Coordinate project reviews with various clients and local, state, and federal agencies
• Attend hearings and present the project and its proposed impacts to local Conservation Commissions
• Respond to comments generated during the local, state, and federal review processes
• Coordinate with project abutters and concerned citizens
• Record all project certifications with the appropriate state and local agencies

Qualifications:

• BA / BS in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Engineering or other related fields
• Interest in the Transportation Engineering field
• Interest in environmental legislation and the review/permitting process
• AutoCAD experience is a plus

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
• Able to stand for approximately 3 hours minimum a day up to 8 hours
• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)

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